St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1887-06-25

tluuSHt ny SOiilt 10 De Il pertinent local
reflection. Three matters have been
made to present inviting points-bed-
bugs in county jail; pension vetoes and
asphalt pavement. 1t is said that some
people like to be mildly sick, in order
to enjoy the eXhilaration of rapid
convalescence. There are those who
suppose the latent or reserve force of
the aggressive and irrepresSible mu-
nicipal head attain their most Salubrious
activity only by belligerent friction with
other bodies electrically charged. Others
suppose that only sham battles are
fought with the paper wads, and that
mutual but SequeStered hilarity is i'll
cited by the apparent gravity of pop
ular approximations. AT all events the
unpublished town talk" of the few
days past has been more than ordinarily
animated, and hinged upon the
local themes so lucidly, Indicated.
There has been no blood shed,
In view of the winds of late ii is given
out that genius is endeayoring to elab-
crate theory that by use of large
tunnel, stationed at a favorable point,
enough wind could be Gagged to send
into the states to turn the machinery of
manufacturers. There is no question as
to the quantity and potency of the ele-
ment. ~.
a good deal of interest is taken in Il
stock show for CaSS and Barnes coun-
ties to open at Tower City next Tues
day. 1t is the finest exhibition OF the
sort ever held in this section, and much
effort is being expended to make it a
success. Liberal premiums are offered.
and. in addition, there will be variety
of farm machinery.
'Thnrn hos hAan in fnis Snnfinn SnYOn
hesitaney in taking stock in certain in
corporations through apprehension that
the individual liability might cover ELI
tire indebtedness. One Fargo company
has its nominal headquarters in Moor
head for this season, SuppoSing the laws
OF Minnesota one more favorable, but an
examination of the Dakota code shows
that the liability extends. simply to the
amount of unpaid stock.
SO far as can be learned, the contribu-
tors III Fargo to the Louisiana benevo-
lence for the June distribution have re-
ceived $50 for the $1,000 or so sent
there. This came to syndicate that
invested S200,a dividend of p per cent,
and still the financial current will flow
southwark in wonted volume, even if it
requires shortage in church plates or
liquid rations.
The loyal subjects" of the queen here
failed to cable her Tuesday even God
save" and the only recognition Of the
day observed was the raising of the
two, and 4 few extra drinks to her health
i'll London stout.
The Red River Valley Trotting asso-
sen at Fargo Thursday. and for new
organization it may claim much credit.
The meeting at Fargo Was probably the
best of the three held. and the associa-
ton may now be regarded as one of the
permanent institutions of the valley. 1t
is expected next year to add to its meet
ings and the prospect is that Dakota will
be able to enter enough horses of its
own to make the exhibitions Interesting.
Special credit is due Col Benton, tie
president, and Secretary Cole for the
success attained.
Judge Mcconnell this week rendered
a decision of much general interest in
regard to assessments. In the case of
banking firm in Trail county it was
alleged that its assessment was greatly
in excess of values, and the county
board reduced the figures returned by
the assessor $4,000. Judge Mcconnell
holds that the county commissioners
navy IO llSub W Gut QON III tiiC III
reported by the assessors and annulS
the proceedings of the county board.
This will put some thousands of dollars
in the treasury of Trail, and, no doabt,
many other counties. 1t seems to be
new departure. The county board can
equaliZe, but cannot change the aggre-
gate. 1t is probable the Trail bank
will take an appeal to the supreme
court, but Judge McConnell's decisions
have almost Invariably been sustained
Ly that body.
Miss Frances Willard, of Chicago, the
president of the National w. G.. Il. o.,
in her visit to several towns of North
Dakota the past week, enthused the
LEGAL option people to a remarkable ex-
mt by her eloquence. She had very
large audience in Fargo and did effect
i've work toward swelling the petitions
unexpectedly large number of names
have been secured in Fargo-not as pro-
hibitionists, but in order to give the peo-
pie chance to declare their wishes.
The names of many opposed to prohi-
bition have been obtained. in this way,
although it is difficult to see why they
should care to have the matter submitted
when they wish no change. 1t is regard
ed as quite certain that the petitions to
be presented next month will have the
required number of names, but the
board will be found composed of
''doubting ThomaSeS," who may not be
convinced by evidence presented that all
the names were really signed by the men
and that they are all legal voters.
st Paul has contributed a large num-
Der of bricklayers for the work on the
new hotel, which is rising rapidly. 1t is
notable that there is shortage among
builders and mechanics in this region.
All through the country, especially in
the smaller towns, there is steady i'm
provement, much more this season than
for several years past. There is not
much speculation in town property, no
fanciful values, but a normal, legitimate
development. Fargo is not likely to have
anything that resembles a boom this
year, but the aggregate of its improve
ments will round up iii good shape next
fall. The past week there has been
active work to make up the subscrip-
ton for the Congregational college, and
it is believed the amount is virtually as
sured. Still some fear that if the fair
grounds are given up to the college
there will be no grounds for horse races
which some prefer to college or even
a church.
The interstate commerce measure
does not seem to affect the migrations
of amusement troupes to Dakota. The
past week the Andrews Comedy COM
pany, Listemann Concert and Clara
Thompson troupes have been OH the
boards before fair houses, except the
latter. on the east side OF the river, be-
sides Miss Willard--aHd Forepaugh
sends word that his big show is coming
to North Dakota. Fargo, however, still
lacks suitable opera house.
1.-The public school exercises this week,
closing the school year, have secured
administration of Prof. Smith and his
able staff it is believed the school sys-
tenn Will cnmnare faYolahlv with til at of